Roland VC-1-DMX Automatic Lighting Controller

Roland VC-1-DMX Automatic Lighting Controller

Dynamic Light Shows—No Operator Needed

Dynamic lighting elevates the energy and excitement of any interactive event, from music concerts and dance clubs to house parties and the local karaoke bar. With the VC-1-DMX Video Lighting Converter, it’s never been easier to bring the impact of a pro light show to any event you put on.

The VC-1-DMX automatically generates control commands for your DMX lighting setup based on input from video and audio sources, eliminating the need for a dedicated lighting operator. Color and brightness change based on the current video image, and lights and mirror balls operate in sync with the music tempo. And if you want to dive deeper, the VC-1-DMX supports external MIDI operation from hardware control surfaces, electronic musical instruments, and computer-based production software.

• Automatically generates dynamic lighting effects to enhance any event
• Outputs a DMX signal synchronized with incoming video and audio signals
• Real-time analysis and lightning-fast processing with advanced Roland technology
• Connect your A/V source to the HDMI input for analysis and distribute the unprocessed signal to a monitor or switcher via HDMI thru
• Analog audio also supported with stereo I/O
• Supports external MIDI control via dedicated MIDI input and USB MIDI
• Customize DMX settings with dedicated software for macOS and Windows
• Select channel maps for various DMX lighting fixtures with dip switches on the side panel

Version 2.0 Expanded Audio Frequency Control

The VC-1-DMX Version 2.0 update brings powerful enhancements for more lighting control. A new audio filter with 15 fully adjustable bands provides deeper, more detailed sound control for a DMX lighting rig. And the VC-1-DMX can now be used with just an analog audio source, making it even easier to create light shows that dance to the incoming music.

True Synchronized Lighting Made Easy

Connect video, audio, and MIDI sources to the VC-1-DMX for automatic conversion and distribution to all your DMX gear. It’s even possible to daisy-chain multiple lighting devices and control them at once. Four channel maps are available via dip switches to control 512 DMX signal channels, and you can customize them all from a computer using the VC-1-DMX Setup Tool.

Lighting That Moves with the Music

The VC-1-DMX also analyzes sound information received at the HDMI and analog audio inputs. Add flash effects along with the beat, change the rotation speed of a mirror ball or other device to match the music tempo, or automatically turn off the lights when there is no sound. A powerful 15-band audio filter added with Version 2.0 allows you to set lighting controls to specific audio frequency ranges for deep synchronization between the lights and music. Using the VC-1-DMX Setup Tool, you can define the bandwidth and gain level of each band for precise command of your DMX rig.

Go Further with MIDI Control

If you want extended control over your system, the VC-1-DMX has you covered with integrated MIDI-to-DMX conversion. Connect a hardware MIDI controller and use MIDI control change messages to adjust a variety of DMX parameters such as global dimming, tilt, pan, and more. Or use MIDI note information from keyboards, electronic drums, and other instruments to create lighting effects that follow live music performances. USB MIDI is also supported, allowing you to control your DMX setup from lighting or music production software on your computer.

VIDEO

Input Connector

HDMI IN connector : HDMI type A
* HDCP Supported
* Multi-format Supported

Output Connector

HDMI THRU connector : HDMI type A

Video Formats

480/59.94i, 576/50i, 480/59.94p, 576/50p, 720/59.94p,
720/50p, 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 1080/59.94p, 1080/50p,
VGA (640 x 480/60 Hz), SVGA (800 x 600/60 Hz), XGA (1024 x 768/60 Hz),
HD (1280 x 720/60 Hz), WXGA (1280 x 800/60 Hz), SXGA (1280 x 1024/60 Hz),
FWXGA (1366 x 768/ 60 Hz), SXGA+ (1400 x 1050/60 Hz),
UXGA (1600 x 1200/60 Hz), FHD (1920 x 1080/60 Hz)
* The refresh rate is the maximum value of each resolution.
* Conforms to CEA-861-E, VESA DMT Version 1.0 Revision 11.

AUDIO

Input Connectors

AUDIO IN jacks : RCA phono type
HDMI IN connector : HDMI type A

Output Connectors

AUDIO OUT jacks : RCA phono type
HDMI THRU connector : HDMI type A

Digital Audio Format

Linear PCM, 48 kHz, 24 bits, stereo

Audio Processing

Sample rate : 48 kHz, 24 bits

Nominal Input Level

AUDIO IN jacks : -10 dBu (Maximum input level : +8 dBu)

Nominal Output Level

AUDIO OUT jacks : -10 dBu (Maximum input level : +8 dBu)

Input Impedance

AUDIO IN jacks : 15 k ohms

Output Impedance

AUDIO OUT jacks : 1 k ohms

DMX

Output Connectors

DMX OUT 3 pin jack : XLR type (3 pins)
DMX OUT 5 pin jack : XLR type (5 pins)

DMX channel

512 channels (1 universe)

OTHERS

Control Terminal

MIDI IN jack
USB port

Switches

SETTING switch : 8 terminals

Indicator

POWER indicator

Functions

Video Synchronized Lighting Control
Audio Synchronized Lighting Control
MIDI Synchronized Lighting Control
Lighting Speed Control
HDMI Audio De-embedder

Power Supply

AC Adaptor

Current Draw

1,000 mA

Current Consumption

5.7 W

Operation Temperature

+0 to +40 degrees Celsius
+32 to +104 degrees Fahrenheit

Dimensions

180 (W) x 115 (D) x 41 (H) mm
7-1/8 (W) x 4-9/16 (D) x 1-5/8 (H) inches

Weight (excluding AC adaptor)

570 g
1 lb 5 oz

Accessories

Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY"
Owner's Manual
AC Adaptor
Plug Holder
Rubber Feet

*0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms